Delivery Driver - Argos

Sainsbury's; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Leeds is seeking a Delivery Driver to ensure timely delivery of products to customers. The ideal candidate must possess a full UK/EU driving licence, be reliable and enthusiastic, and have a passion for customer service. The role involves handling deliveries with care and adhering to safety guidelines. Competitive benefits include discounts, free food, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

10% discount at Sainsbury’s and Argos

Free food and hot drinks

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Sainsbury's share schemes

Shopping discounts

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Must be above school-leaver age.
• Must have a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Argos products directly to customers.
• Load the van and deliver a set number of drops.
• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Adhere to safe driving guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

Eligibility

You must be above the school-leaver age in your country. School leaving age - GOV.UK.

You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK.

You must be fully licenced to drive and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on it.

What you’ll be doing

• With a market-leading delivery service offering over 60,000 products, you\'ll handle items with care, delivering Argos products directly to customers\' front doors or their preferred collection point
• Responsible for loading the van and delivering a set number of drops in a shift with guidance from an ePod
• Ensuring timely and accurate deliveries with a friendly and professional attitude
• We will provide phone support while you\'re on the road, and our route guidance will ensure you return to the site within your shift times
• Safe driving and adherence to guidelines are essential

What makes a great Delivery Driver

• Friendly and professional, always taking pride in doing the right thing for our customers
• Reliable and enthusiastic, with a passion for providing excellent customer service
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and carrying goods
• Being able to think on your feet and find solutions to any issues that arise during deliveries is a big plus

Working for us has great rewards

We truly value our colleagues and provide market-leading benefits and training to reflect that:

• Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
• Free food and hot drinks - provided for Colleagues in all our Warehouses
• Generous holiday entitlement - based on the hours you work, plus maternity and paternity leave
• Pension – we’ll match between 4-7.5% of your pension contributions
• Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy Sainsbury’s shares at discounted prices
• Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
• Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme which is a confidential service providing support and guidance on a wide range of issues

Qualifications

An inclusive place to work and shop.

We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential, and every customer feels welcome when they shop with us.

To support this commitment, our colleagues may be entitled to a range of enhanced discretionary leave for families, as well as support for carers. We provide our colleagues resources to help them understand and support their role and their team effectively. Our internal colleague networks seek to ensure true representation for everyone, helping us identify and remove barriers that our colleagues may face.

We are proud to offer a range of development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and career progression pathways, to help our colleagues grow and succeed. We also celebrate diversity through various initiatives and events, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.

If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please take a look here.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know, and we will endeavour to support you.

Please note - We reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the closing date advertised, where we receive a high number of applications.

Responsibilities

At the heart of our operations, logistics is the powerhouse that ensures thousands of products journey seamlessly to millions of customers every day. We meticulously plan for everything, from barbecue weekends to Sunday roasts, catering for all occasions. Insight and data drive our decisions, but it\'s our sharp judgment that sets us apart. We are the first to identify and address any issues or ambiguities. We are constantly evolving, and we need individuals who champion change, inspire others, and excel in collaboration and communication. If you\'re ready to make a big impact, join us and let\'s achieve great things together!